Easy instant pot artichokes

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easy instant pot artichokes

– Trim artichoke leaves and stems. Using kitchen scissors, trim the top ¼ of each artichoke leaf removing the pointy end. Trim the artichoke stem using a kitchen knife until it is 1 inch long.

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easy instant pot artichokes

– Make compound butter by mixing 1 stick of softened butter and 2 tablespoons of minced garlic.

– Fill and top artichokes with compound butter by smearing the butter on the top of the artichoke and pulling butter into leaves with a spatula.

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easy instant pot artichokes

– Place the trivet or steamer basket into the Instant Pot.

– Add 1 cup of water.

– Place artichokes on a trivet (or in the steamer basket), stem side down.

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easy instant pot artichokes

– Close the lid and seal Instant Pot. Turn the vent to the sealing position.

–Pressure cook on manual high pressure for 13 minutes. Timing will vary based on the size of artichokes. If you like your artichokes very soft, add an additional 2 minutes to the cook times below.

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easy instant pot artichokes

Extra Large-15 minutes Large-12 Minutes Medium- 10 minutes Small- 5 minutes

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easy instant pot artichokes

– When the timer goes off, carefully turn the vent to the release position. Quick-release until steam no longer comes from the Instant Pot.

– Open Instant Pot.

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easy instant pot artichokes

– Remove artichokes and serve with 3 tablespoons of melted butter. Now you're ready to eat the perfect side dish, snack, or appetizer! Enjoy!